Pafolacianine Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 7, 2025.

Applies to pafolacianine: intravenous solution.

General adverse events

The more commonly reported adverse reactions have included nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, flushing, dyspepsia, chest discomfort, pruritus, and hypersensitivity.^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Very common (10% or more): Nausea (15%), vomiting (5.8%), abdominal pain (2.7%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Dyspepsia

Hypersensitivity

• Common (1% to 10%): Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity was reported in 1% of patients; the type of hypersensitivity is not further defined.

Cardiovascular

• Common (1% to 10%): Chest discomfort, flushing

Chest discomfort was reported in 1% of patients; flushing was reported in 1.7% of patients.

Dermatologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Pruritus

Local

• Common (1% to 10%): Infusion reactions

Infusion reactions were reported in 2.4% of patients; these reactions included nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, flushing, dyspepsia, chest discomfort, and pruritus.

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Further information

Pafolacianine side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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